title: Computer-aided methods in bespoke breast prosthesis design and fabrication.
abstract: This case study presents a method of utilizing computer-aided design technologies to provide bespoke, external breast prostheses. The technique is illustrated through a case study of a mastectomy patient. Photogrammetry methods were used to capture the breast form when supported by a brassiere and the unsupported breast and defect side. Computer-aided design techniques were used to generate a digital prosthesis based upon the supported breast shape and with a fitting surface that matched the defect side. Furthermore, a two-part mould was designed and fabricated using rapid prototyping methods. A colour-matched prosthesis was then fabricated in a gel-based, platinum-cured silicone.
authors.affiliation: The National Centre for Product Design and Development Research, University of Wales Institute, Cardiff, UK. deggbeer-pdr@uwic.ac.uk
authors.forename: D
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Eggbeer
authors.forename: P
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Evans
mesh_terms: D001698:Biomedical Engineering; D001940:Breast / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D017076:Computer-Aided Design; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D021621:Imaging, Three-Dimensional; D010780:Photogrammetry; D019736:Prostheses and Implants; D011474:Prosthesis Design; D020034:Silicone Gels
chemical_list: D020034:Silicone Gels